by familyvoices | Nov 3, 2021 | Family Voices, Washington Update
We have a framework! Last week the White House released the Build Back Better framework for reconciliation. Notably, the framework includes an invitation to share how the Build Back Better plan will affect CYSHCN and families. Take a look at it, and scroll to the...
by familyvoices | Nov 1, 2021 | FamU
Why is it important to learn about white privilege? Emmanuel Acho’s conversation with Chelsea Handler WATCH ON YOUTUBE White privilege is often a contentious issue, so why bring it up and risk retribution? For Black people, the choice to decide whether or not to...
by familyvoices | Oct 31, 2021 | FamU
Steps to Become an Ally Step #1Do some soul searching: Becoming an ally is hard work and will at times be uncomfortable and exhausting. Recognize you will be joining the fight against a system of racism that is 400 plus years old. While you don’t need to have...
by familyvoices | Oct 31, 2021 | FamU
Throughout history young people have been at the forefront of creating change. As a young adult it is important to discover the best way to use your voice to affect change. If you decide to use your voice to join a protest here are some important tips to remember: ...
by familyvoices | Oct 28, 2021 | Vaccine Outreach
The Food and Drug Administration’s advisory committee Tuesday provided a pretty resounding endorsement for giving a coronavirus vaccine to children ages 5 to 11. It voted 17 to 0 in favor of what is known as emergency-use authorization, with one member abstaining....